Sunday, September 15, 2013

Signs of Fall 2013



When the fall crocus blooms, it's time to say goodbye to summer




The fruits of the season make this a wonderful time of year
Cleome starts blooming (over a month ago) when it is about two feet tall. The blossom head goes higher and higher, leaving behind a stem with dangling seed pods. They stand about four feet tall now.
The summer poinsettia (Amaranthus) is even more brilliant in the fall's morning sun

I love to watch the Bird of Paradise slowly emerge.  The Tuberose is a flower that should be experienced; its fragrance is amazing.


I have always loved Begonias and Mona Lavender (Plectranthus) has become another favorite.
Fall is the time of plenty and the season of reward. It is as full as the hopes, desires and efforts that preceded it. The Lord has blessed us.